Starting with humanistic concern and rational analysis — creating public value through design.
I'm Wu Mingju (Casper) — currently pursuing a Master of Urban Design at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, building on a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning and Design from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University.
I focus on translating research into implementable solutions through strong analytical thinking, design proficiency, and user-centered methodologies. I'm experienced in managing the complete workflow — from investigation and data analysis to strategy formulation, prototyping, and final delivery.
What sets me apart is the ability to approach problems from multiple perspectives with the same design rigor, creating work that is not only visually compelling but also deeply functional and grounded in real user needs.
Wu Mingju
Casper
Location
Hong Kong / Suzhou, China
Education
M.Sc. Urban Design @ CUHK (2025-2027)
B.A. Urban Planning @ XJTLU (2021-2025)
Languages
Chinese (Mother Tongue)
English (IELTS 6.5)
Skills & Expertise
A versatile toolkit spanning urban design, UI/UX, and the technologies that connect them.
Urban Design
- Master Planning
- Urban Renewal
- Public Space Design
- Community Engagement
- 3D Modeling (Rhino)
- GIS Analysis
UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Healthcare UX
- Design Systems
- User Research
- Prototyping
- Visual Design
Tools & Software
- Figma / Adobe Suite
- Rhino 3D / AutoCAD
- SketchUp / Lumion
- Arc GIS Pro
- D5 Renderer
- ComfyUI / AI Tools
Education & Experience
My academic journey and professional experience in urban planning, design, and research.
M.Sc. Urban Design
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Advanced study in urban design and urban renewal research, focusing on humanistic perspectives and rational analysis for creating vibrant, sustainable public spaces.
Summer Intern
Suzhou Natural Resources and Planning Bureau
Assisted in the review and support of planning proposals, blueprint review, and conducted field research in the Land Resources Planning Department.
Summer Intern
Chengkou County Jia Yangsheng Construction Engineering Consulting Center
Supported drawings for the 'Chengkou Village Road Hardening Project', document management, and financial auditing.
B.A. Urban Planning and Design
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Foundation in urban planning, spatial design, and visual communication. Developed skills across modeling, GIS, rendering, and design software.
Academic Research
Research projects exploring the intersection of urban environments, human behavior, and data analysis.
Quantitative Study on the Emotional Value of Human-Wildlife Connections in High-Density Urban Environments
Investigating how interactions with wildlife in dense urban settings contribute to emotional well-being and quality of life for city residents.
Investigation Project on Cross-Language Plagiarism
A research study examining cross-language plagiarism detection methods and their application in academic integrity contexts.
Want to work together?
I'm always open to new projects, collaborations, and conversations.